Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

locked

that he had experienced a

a fierce aura that surpassed many others. In his

mere presence could send shivers

calm and composed, handling

Eric was not a good man and was extremely dangerous, they were still eager to

was one of them.

had been with Eric in her past life found it difficult to break free once entangled with

this life, before Vera got into trouble, Eileen rarely saw many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she had

her understanding, Lilian should be his first woman.

was already dead. He must know about it.

upset now that his girlfriend of one year was

to disturb his composure. He

corner of his eye, the man saw her emerge to sit at the vanity, a pair of pearl earrings in her hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming

for the earrings, but instead of giving

in place, not daring

You seem so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure shielding her from

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

need, I can do it

echoed as she quickly appeared at the door.

eat!”

had never been to Eileen’s room before and curiously looked around. The room was spacious

I’m almost ready. I just need to change my

slipping on a pair of flat Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm and could also be

had already sat on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed on the

the New Year, Eileen had to greet Will in

have many rules when facing Eric, but he was strict with Eileen.

As for Vera…

wasn’t adopted by Will but was still part of the family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated to follow the Swan family’s

Will. “I wish you good health and happiness in the

over a thick

it with both hands. The weight inside indicated there was at least

Eric took out another envelope from his suit pocket. “This is for you.”

money. Eric, it’s not easy for you to

given Vera hers.”

glanced at Vera.

said, “Accept it. Eric

reached out to take the envelope, but Eric didn’t release

her eyebrows slightly. “May you live a